SAMANTHA PARKS
Fort Lawn
Summary
Certified welder in MIG, TIG, & Pipe Welding, experienced in a variety of welding-related projects for contract work.Also worked on a paving crew. as ground man and started running heavy equipment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder
Arcosa Meyers Utility Structures
12.2023 - Current
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Maintained welding equipment, performing routine maintenance to minimize downtime and enhance performance.
- Assisted in training new welders on safe practices and proper equipment usage for optimal results.
- Implemented improvements in welding techniques that reduced material waste and increased output quality.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
- Documented welding on specified work order.
- Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to industry standards and company guidelines in all tasks performed.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely delivery of high-quality products that met or exceeded expectations.
- Enhanced productivity by implementing efficient welding techniques and processes.
- Reduced material waste for improved cost savings with precise fabrication measurements.
- Completed complex projects on time by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing resources.
- Optimized equipment performance by performing routine maintenance checks and promptly addressing issues as they arose.
- Consistently met or surpassed production targets while maintaining an unwavering commitment to safety and quality standards.
- Mentored junior welders on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team environment.
- Expanded skill set by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities, including workshops and seminars.
- Tested strength and quality of welds using tension, bend and penetration tests.
- Improved structural integrity, performing critical welds on load-bearing components.
- Enhanced workshop safety by consistently adhering to all health and safety protocols during welding tasks.
- Enhanced project visual appeal, applying advanced finishing techniques for aesthetic welds.
- Increased workshop efficiency, organizing supplies and tools for easy access and reduced setup times.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
- Adapted quickly to new welding technologies and materials, keeping company at forefront of industry advancements.
- Enhanced team skill levels by sharing expert knowledge and techniques in welding and fabrication practices.
- Reduced material waste with careful planning and precise cutting techniques.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Edwards Fabrication
Edwards Fabrication
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication specifications.
- Adhered to safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
- Developed skills in arc welding techniques, contributing to improved project outcomes.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes.
- Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
- Advanced skills in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick welding, and plasma cutting.
- Improved welding quality by performing precise cuts, bevels, and welds on various metals.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to strict safety guidelines and wearing appropriate protective gear.
- Ensured optimal performance from all tools and equipment through routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance.
- Resolved design issues proactively during the fabrication process to avoid delays in project timelines.
- Supported team members by sharing expert knowledge of welding techniques and best practices.
- Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
- Optimized resource usage by recycling or repurposing scrap metal whenever possible.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Welder/Heavy Equipment Operator
Faddis Concrete Products
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Used cranes and hoists to move large objects.
- Provided technical assistance to other workers on job site.
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
- Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
- Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
- Checked equipment performance and made necessary repairs.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Improved safety records, leading by example in wearing protective gear and following all site safety guidelines.
- Enhanced project visibility, accurately reporting equipment status and needs to management.
- Increased project margins by optimizing fuel usage and minimizing machinery idle times.
- Enhanced site safety by rigorously following operational protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Supported environmental initiatives by adhering to best practices in erosion control, sediment management, and stormwater runoff prevention during operations.
Education
Stick Tig And MIG Certifactation - Welding Impact: PPE Requirements Certificate of Achievement, Welding Impact: Fire Prevention Techniques Certificate of Achievement
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC12-2016
Basic Welding Certificate - MIG, TIG, & Pipe Welding Certificate
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC01.2016
Skills
- Reading blueprints, cutting and measuring out metal; cutting out pipe, able to use a cutting torch, welding bevel plates, tacking welding, grinding and cleaning weld joints for work pieces
- Excellent hand-eye coordination; good communication skills; and customer service skills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Stick welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
- Critical thinking
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Structural welding
- Steel fabrication
- Arc welding
- Flat welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Equipment operation
- Horizontal welding
- MIG welding professional
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Cutting techniques
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Personal protective equipment
- Wire feed machines
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Welding procedure specification
- Parts fabrication
- Crane operation
- Joint preparation
- Welding symbols
- Surface preparation
- Oxy-acetylene welding
- Precision measuring
- Hazardous material handling
- Plasma arc welding
- Heat treatment
- Rigging techniques
- Fire prevention
- Special alloys
- Non-destructive testing
- Time management
- Safety equipment usage
- Health and safety
- Tool operation
- Inspection protocols
- Hand-eye coordination
- Quality assurance
- OSHA compliance
- Equipment Repair
- Equipment maintenance
- Weld tacking
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
- Overhead welding
- Measurement tools
- Welding machine setup
- Welding inspection
- Reweld application
- Multi-process welding
- Welding safety
- Worksite organization
- Product welding
- Weld slagging
- Location layout
- MIG welding
- Hand and power tool operation
- Power tools
- Welding techniques
- Surface grinding
- Decision-making
- Valid Driver's license
- Heavy equipment operation
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Construction background
- Skid steer proficiency
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Front end loader operations
- Safety compliance
- Off-road vehicle operation
- Heavy lifting
- Following directions
- Machinery inspection
- Good judgement
- Construction equipment operation
- Repair and maintenance
- Backhoe operation
- Backhoe handling
- Debris removal
- Effective communication skills
- Articulated dump truck skills
- Front end loader handling
- Heavy lifting proficiency
- Safety procedures
- Material handling equipment
- Parts lubrication
- OSHA certification
- Hydraulic lifts
- Crane operations
- Asphalt paving
- Paving equipment operation
- Asphalt spreading techniques
- Loading and unloading
- Safety policies and procedures
- Verbal and written communication
- Equipment inspection
Accomplishments
- Fabricated precision custom products and completed technical welding at a large-scale metal sign manufacturing company.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Certification
- stick ,tig , mig basic welding , [Company Name] - [Timeframe
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Welder
Arcosa Meyers Utility Structures
12.2023 - Current
Edwards Fabrication
Edwards Fabrication
01.2023 - 12.2023
Welder/Heavy Equipment Operator
Faddis Concrete Products
03.2021 - 01.2023
Basic Welding Certificate - MIG, TIG, & Pipe Welding Certificate
York Technical College
Stick Tig And MIG Certifactation - Welding Impact: PPE Requirements Certificate of Achievement, Welding Impact: Fire Prevention Techniques Certificate of Achievement
York Technical College